[Closed] Lost only key - how to recover code for 1992 Subaru Loyale

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Bob
Member since March 2022 • 57 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1992 Subaru Loyale?

Posted on December 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Subaru Loyale. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Flashgordon
Member • 87 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1992 Subaru Loyale.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 48 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1992 Subaru Loyale. Huge thanks!

December 06, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 94 posts

If this works for my 1992 Subaru Loyale, I owe you big time.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 101 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1992 Subaru Loyale.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 56 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1992 Subaru Loyale, thanks for posting!

December 09, 2024 Reply

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